2013 Cantina del Pino "Albesani" Barbaresco

“Though rooted in the heart of the Ovello MGA with a picturesque view to the town of Barbaresco, Cantina del Pino branched out to the neighbouring commune of Neive, launching this Albesani bottling in 2005. It is typically the most powerful and richest of the range, but the 2013 has shown great balance from its release, with sufficient fleshy fruit to assuage steely tannins which have started to unfurl but remain resolute through the core. Ultimately polished and finessed, its vibrant acidity keeps everything in focus. Scents of toasted hazelnut, green tobacco and rose incense bring perfume to the palate. Lovely. (MM)” (10/2022)

“Usually a rich, bombastic wine, the 2013 Barbaresco Albesani shows more finesse than I remember seeing in the past. There is plenty of the power that is so typical of this site, but at the same time, the 2013 is translucent, super-elegant and refined. Another few years in bottle will do wonders for the Albesani, which, despite its obvious appeal, is very tightly wound at this stage. A persistent, striking finish rounds things out in style. (AG)” (10/2017)

“The 2013 Barbaresco Albesani offers a delicate approach with a silky texture and seamless flavors of wild berry, rose hip, spice and cured leather. The bouquet offers complexity and finesse, showing the best side of the Barbaresco appellation in a slightly cooler vintage. (ML)” (04/2018)